Pakistan has made a significant leap in the latest United Nations e-Governance ranking, moving up 14 places to secure the 136th position in the E-Government Development Index (EGDI). Previously the country’s ranking was at 150 in 2022, reflecting substantial progress in its e-governance capabilities. For the first time, Pakistan has been included in the top rankings of the EGDI. In …

President Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday denounced the elections in Occupied Kashmir. According to details, the delegation of refugees from Kashmir called on the president in Islamabad. Expressing his thoughts on the occasion, President Zardari said: “The elections cannot be the substitute to the Kashmiri people’s right to self-determination.” “The elections like this are unacceptable for the masses of the …

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari said on Tuesday that the country’s parliament was “not running in the right direction.”. Expressing his thoughts, the former foreign minister said: “There is a need for the two-thirds majority for the legislation. I have a new idea about some of the draft’s points that were aired in the media.” “The civil and …

The Election Commission of Pakistan has approved the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) request for some time to submit record in the party’s intra-party election case. The commission then adjourned hearing in the case till October 2. The Election Commission of Pakistan heard the PTI intra-party election case, where party Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan sought 10 days to submit the record. …

ISLAMABAD: Three terrorists were killed in a clash with the Counter-terrorism Department (CTD) in Pakistan’s east Punjab province on Wednesday, the CTD said in a statement. The incident happened in the provincial capital city of Lahore where the CTD raided a compound suspected of harboring the terrorists, the statement added. “During the raid, the terrorists opened fire on the law …

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday urged the nation and the Muslim Ummah to follow the teachings of Holy Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) as a guiding light to overcome prevailing challenges. In their separate messages on the occasion of Eid Milad-ul-Nabi (PBUH), they extended heartfelt congratulations to the entire nation on the blessed …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced a new national initiative to promote organ donation, introducing a special logo for voluntary organ donors on National Identity Cards. “In recognition of their life-saving commitment, individuals who register as organ donors will have an exclusive logo printed on their National Identity Cards,” the prime minister said in a statement for International Identity Day. …

The government’s efforts to introduce the 26th Constitutional Amendment faced a setback in just the initial phase, as the federal cabinet meeting, where the amendments were to be approved, has been postponed. The postponement has been attributed to the government’s inability to secure the backing of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman. Therefore, according to sources, it is unlikely …

A petition calling to preempt the amendments to the Constitution of Pakistan suggested by the federal government has been filed in the Supreme Court a day after as the proposed bill failed to get parliament’s nod despite intense lobbying by the ruling alliance. The country witnesses political turmoil revolving around the incumbent government’s prospective constitutional amendment bill, aimed at making …

The Cabinet Division has decided to estimate the value of gifts received in the Toshakhana. As per details, the division has invited bids from private appraisers by September 30 to evaluate the value of various categories of gifts, including jewelry, watches, carpets, and other items. The aim is to determine the actual value of these gifts, and the selected appraisers …

In an effort to mitigate potential protests and disruptions related to the privatization of state-owned electricity companies, the federal government has implemented the Compulsory Service Act. The latest move applies to all entities involved in the power sector, including DISCOs, NTDC, and JUNCOS. According to sources, the Compulsory Service Act bans protests and strikes by employees of these power sector …

Pakistan Constitution of 1973 has been amended 25 times so far and now the ruling alliance is bringing 26th Constitutional amendments into the Parliament National Assembly and Senate in the name of judicial reforms. The first Amendment was enactment on 4 May 1974 which redefined the boundaries of Pakistan and removed references to East Pakistan after the separation of Bangladesh. …

The federal government has announced changes in the timings of key parliamentary sessions. The National Assembly session, initially scheduled for 11:30 am, has been rescheduled to 4:00 pm.  The federal cabinet meeting will now occur at 3:00 pm, instead of the previously set time. The Senate session will be held at 6 pm. Bilawal-Dar meeting ends; Proposed Constitutional amendments still …

Saudi Arabia has offered fifteen percent investment in the mega Reko Diq gold and copper project. The Kingdom has also offered grants to build road infrastructure around the Reko Diq project.Special Investment Facilitation Council has approved the structure of the offer but the final decision has been left to the Cabinet Committee on Intergovernmental Transactions. Pakistan expects Saudi investment of …

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, on Saturday, said that Pakistan considered the United States’ decision to impose sanctions on commercial entities over alleged connections to Pakistan’s ballistic missile program as biased and politically motivated. In response to media inquiries about the US decision to impose sanctions on commercial entities over alleged connections to Pakistan’s ballistic …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a high-level meeting on the promotion of electric vehicles (EVs) in Pakistan, highlighting the government’s commitment to prioritizing sustainable transportation. During the meeting, the PM said the government was taking priority measures for the promotion of electric vehicles in the country. He directed the relevant authorities to prepare a comprehensive financial model for electric vehicles, …

A majority bench of the Supreme Court of Pakistan on Saturday warned the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) that non-implementation of its judgment on reserved seats would result in serious consequences. The clarification comes after the electoral watchdog and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) filed petitions regarding the court’s July 12 decision on the matter. The eight-member bench, led by Justice Mansoor …

A sessions court in Karachi rejected on Friday the post-arrest bail application of Natasha Danish, the driver booked in the Karsaz accident case that claimed two lives. During the hearing today, Additional District and Sessions Judge (East) Shahid Ali Memon announced the verdict which was reserved earlier. On September 6, Natasha was granted bail in the murder case after the …

ISLAMABAD: Two terrorists were killed during an operation in Pakistan’s eastern Punjab province, the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) of police said on Friday. The CTD personnel conducted an intelligence-based operation in the Dera Ghazi Khan district of the province on reported presence of the terrorists in the area, the CTD officials told media. During the operation, two terrorists were killed by …

ISLAMABAD: China Cultural Center in Pakistan in collaboration with Culture Office of the embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Pakistan, launched a series of online activities to celebrate the 2024 Mid-Autumn Festival: ‘A Moon Moment to Remember’ in Pakistan and for people around the world on Friday. The “Mid-Autumn Day in Poetry”video series and other colorful events are …

Cities that boast a Coastline are considered fortunate all across the globe, be it the Coastline of LA, or the more humble country Indonesia’s Coastline of Bali, it becomes the prime attraction of tourists and locals alike. The tourists visit the beaches for different reasons, to bask in the sun and see what local life and the shore is like, …

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif assuring all possible measures for the promotion of the football game in the country, announced that the government would soon unveil a comprehensive plan in this regard. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Pakistan’s street child football team on Wednesday, which recently delivered an outstanding performance at a tournament in Norway. The premier asked the authorities concerned …

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has emphasized that the protection of citizens’ lives and property is the government’s top priority, warning that any negligence in this regard will not be tolerated. The Punjab Home Department has issued orders to ban social media use among officials and also equip them with bodycams. As part of efforts to enhance transparency and improve …

The 10 arrested members of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) were brought to the Parliament House during an ongoing National Assembly session after the speaker issued their production orders a day ago. The detained lawmakers, including Sheikh Waqas Akram, Zain Qureshi, Yousuf Khan, Owais Jakhar, Malik Aamir Dogar, Ahmed Chatha, Zubair Khan, Shah Ahad Khattak, Syed Naseem Ali Shah, and Sher …

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has sought a clarification from the federal government on an application for stopping the potential military arrest and trial of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and former prime minister Imran Khan. Justice Miangul Hasan Aurangzeb conducted the hearing, during which he addressed the objections raised on a petition seeking to prevent any military trial of Imran …

Amna Baloch on Wednesday took charge as Pakistan’s 33rd Foreign Secretary, succeeding Ambassador Syrus Sajjad Qazi, who retired upon reaching superannuation. Ambassador Syrus was honored with a formal farewell dinner at the Foreign Ministry on Tuesday night. Baloch, a Grade-22 officer of the Foreign Service of Pakistan, was appointed as Foreign Secretary last week. She is the second woman to …

The Ministry of Finance has issued notifications regarding three key amendments to the pension rules. According to the notification, the family pension will now be limited to 10 years whereas if the pensioner dies, only legal heirs will be eligible to receive the pension transfer. The notification stated that the spouse of a deceased pensioner will continue to receive a …

The Supreme Court heard the Diamer Bhasha and Mohmand dams funds case on Wednesday, during which the federal government requested the release of the funds to the federation and the Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA). Additional Attorney General (AAG) Aamir Rehman informed the court that a separate petition had been filed for this purpose, seeking the transfer of the …

National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq has called for the establishment of a ‘Charter of Parliament’ to encourage cooperation between the government and opposition, stressing the need for a unified approach to running the House. “If the opposition will not speak here, where will it speak?” the speaker Ayaz Sadiq remarked, urging both sides to engage in constructive dialogue. Ayaz Sadiq …

The federal government is facing delays in passing key legislation due to the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F)’s indecision over joining the coalition government. The JUI-F’s support in parliament is crucial for the government to secure the necessary number of votes for a constitutional amendment, but there is no decisive progress as JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has yet to make a …

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PMLN) lawmaker Daniyal Chaudhry on Tuesday introduced ‘The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2024’ to increase the number of apex court’s judges from 17 to 23, in the National Assembly. According to “The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) (Amendment) Bill, 2024”, the total number of judges, including the Chief Justice, will increase from 17 to …

The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has transferred 161 high-profile cases to the Anti-Corruption Department following recent amendments being upheld by the Supreme Court. The transferred cases include those involving officers from key departments such as the Karachi Development Authority (KDA), Malir Development Authority (MDA), Board of Revenue, Department of Agriculture, Irrigation Department, Works and Services Department, School Education Department, and …

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Ali Muhammad Khan has denounced the recent events in and outside the parliament, likening them to an attack on democracy comparable to the events of May 9, 2023. Speaking during a National Assembly session on Tuesday, Khan condemned the arrests of PTI lawmakers, declaring that September 10 will be remembered as a dark chapter in the …

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Founder Imran Khan has declared an end to negotiations with all parties, including the establishment, signalling a hardened stance amidst ongoing political turmoil. Speaking to the media at Adiala Jail on Tuesday, the former prime minister revealed that six party leaders were previously permitted to engage in dialogue with the establishment. He emphasized he had never prohibited …

A Judicial Magistrate in Bannu has issued arrest warrants for Islamabad Judge Humayun Dilawar, his father, and his brother over allegations of illegally occupying valuable government land. The case involves claims of encroachment on public property. The arrest warrants were issued for Judge Humayun Dilawar, his brother Sadiq, and their father Dilawar Khan. Additionally, a warrant was also issued for …

National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq has called for decisive action regarding the events that transpired in parliament last night regarding arrests of multiple PTI lawmakers from allegedly within and outside the Parliament House. Speaking during a session of the assembly on Tuesday, Sadiq said: “Action will have to be taken over what happened in parliament last night.” He also said …

Pakistan Army killed at least 16 Afghan Taliban as they responded strongly to unprovoked aggression along the Pakistan-Afghan border. As per details, Afghan Taliban opened unprovoked fire at Pak-Afghan border on September 7, which lasted till September 9 evening. Pakistani Army responded strongly to the unprovoked firing from Afghanistan and killed 16 Taliban fighters, while 27 were injured, according to …

At a time when the RLNG consumption has decreased in the country manifold and the decision to switch the industrial sector to national grid from gas-based captive power plants (CPPs) while toeing the direction of IMF will lead to recovery loss of Rs420 billion to the Sui gas companies. “We get the revenue of Rs420 billion per annum from captive …

A remote-controlled bomb attack on a police van in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s (KP) South Waziristan injured 13 people which included six police personnel and seven civilians, a hospital official told Internews on Monday. According to police officials, the bomb exploded on a police van at Kir kot Road in the Wana Rustam Bazar. The officials added they reached site of the …

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has acknowledged that the country has experienced multiple internet service disruptions over the last five years, with several incidents occurring just this year. The details, revealed in an official document that surfaced recently, shed light on the recurring challenges faced by Pakistan’s internet infrastructure, often attributed to submarine cable failures. According to the PTA’s report, …